Solomon Islands’ slippery slide to self-implosion
By Transform Aqorau
The riots in Honiara Wednesday, disturbing the city’s normally quiet atmosphere, were unexpected but not surprising. Someone made reference to a possible...
Solomon Islands Opposition Leader Wale calls on PM Sogavare to resign
Solomon Islands Leader of Opposition, Matthew Wale has called on Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare to immediately resign.
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PNG PM Marape appeals to Solomon Islanders to respect the rule of law
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We will track down those responsible in violent protest: Solomon Islands PM Sogavare
In a special nationwide address Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare says the government will track down those responsible for Wednesday’s protest and riots.
“The...
Parliament building and police station burned down during protests in Solomon Islands
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Call for electoral reform in Tonga after women candidates lose out at the ballot...
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